Inter Milan legend Lothar Matthaus has appeared again on his unforgettable spell with the Nerazzurri, recalling the “record-breaking” staff of the late Eighties whereas expressing confidence in Cristian Chivu and his present facet.
Talking at Il Pageant dello Sport in Trento throughout the panel “L’Inter dei file”, the previous Ballon d’Or winner mirrored on his choice to affix Inter, his bond with Giovanni Trapattoni, and his connection to the membership’s followers.
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“There have been many Italian groups , together with Juventus however Trapattoni had the strongest argument,” Matthäus stated, with .
“He instructed me: Napoli wanted Maradona, Juventus wanted Platini – Inter wanted you to win.”
The German midfielder turned an emblem of Inter’s resurgence, main the membership to the 1989 Scudetto and incomes admiration for his management and mentality.
“We introduced confidence and a successful starvation,” he defined.
“Inter hadn’t received for a very long time however we modified that. The followers have been the twelfth man – they gave us the power to make historical past.”
Matthaus Backs Chivu For Success At Inter Milan
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 20: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano attends a press convention forward of the FIFA Membership World Cup 2025 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Crimson Diamonds at Virginia Mason Athletic Heart on June 20, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Picture by Buda Mendes/Getty Photos)
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Matthäus additionally spoke emotionally about his friendship with Andreas Brehme, describing him as “a brother” and “an irreplaceable loss.”
Turning to the current, the previous captain in contrast the to the one he as soon as led.
“Chivu’s Inter higher than Inzaghi’s? No,” he admitted.
“However can they win the Scudetto? Sure – it’s an open race.”
The 63-year-old additionally commented on the membership’s Champions League run, displaying satisfaction regardless of .
“I supported Inter that evening,” Matthäus stated.
“They are often proud – beating groups like Bayern and Barcelona confirmed actual energy.”